German Tourist Loses 22,000 Baht in Pattaya Hair Cure Scam
 

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A German tourist has lost 22,000 baht after falling victim to a hair regrowth scam on Pattaya Beach Road, highlighting an ongoing problem affecting visitors in one of Thailand’s busiest resort areas. The incident occurred in the early hours of December 25, 2025, and was formally reported to Pattaya City Police later that morning. The case has renewed attention on long-running confidence scams that target foreign tourists through casual conversation.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382766-german-tourist-loses-22000-baht-in-pattaya-hair-cure-scam/

 

Tanker Crash Kills Four Family Members on Christmas Day
 

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Four people were killed and two others critically injured when a tanker crossed lanes and collided head-on with a Toyota Fortuner carrying relatives travelling to a graduation celebration in Nakhon Ratchasima province on 25 December 2025. The crash occurred at about 7.00am on Highway 24, causing severe damage, fuel spillage and major traffic disruption at the scene. Emergency services confirmed four deaths, with two survivors in critical condition.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382773-tanker-crash-kills-four-family-members-on-christmas-day/

 

UPDATE
Thai Army Insists Cambodia Must Declare Ceasefire First

 

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Thailand’s Army Chief of Staff has reaffirmed a firm position that Cambodia must be the first to declare a ceasefire, citing its status as the aggressor, as fighting along the Thai–Cambodian border continues. Speaking on 25 December 2025, General Chaiyapruek Duangpraphat said Thai forces have already secured about 90% of sovereign areas under operation, while clashes persist in some locations.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382713-cambodia-seeks-gbc-ceasefire-talks-as-thailand-sets-conditions/#findComment-20295735

 

UPDATE
Thai Soldier Seriously Injured by Landmine Near Ta Kwai Temple

 

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A Thai soldier has been seriously injured after stepping on a landmine while on duty near Ta Kwai Temple along the Thai–Cambodian border, prompting heightened security measures in the area. The incident occurred at 2.20 pm on 25 December 2025, according to an urgent report released by the Second Army Region. The blast caused severe injuries to the soldier’s left leg, requiring immediate medical evacuation.

 

Full story:https://aseannow.com/topic/1382713-cambodia-seeks-gbc-ceasefire-talks-as-thailand-sets-conditions/#findComment-20295847

 

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